2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Seville | 200 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |